Reduce clutter and make practical items even more useful by making them pull double duty. Here are some ideas you can start using today!
Hair spray will remove ink marks from vinyl
Remove wax candle drops or crayon marks with WD-40
Slice corn off the cob by placing in the center of a bundt pan and letting kernels drop in the tray.
Clean your toilet or white porcelain sink with Alka Seltzer
Try untangling your necklace with a little baby powder
Use dryer sheets to freshen … [Read more...]

Not sure what to do with old photos? If you have boxes and boxes of old photos that have been piling up for decades or stacks of photo albums that are filled to the brim, you may want to consider making them digital.
The problem of what to do with old photos plagues many people, especially older generations that didn't have the convenience of digital cameras at their fingertips.
Have you ever had someone ask you for a old photo, and you've scratched your head on how to share it with them? … [Read more...]

You've had a whole month now. It's the end of January 2019 already. If your goal is to get more organized in 2019, we've got some tips for you. It's time to get serious and get to work. If you have a tip you'd add to this list, post about it on our Facebook page!
Write things down. Don’t try to remember everything you need to do and buy.
Get a calendar. Paper, desk, planner, or Google calendar will do. Whatever form, start using one.
Make a schedule and try to stick to it.
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Do you find yourself with tons of errands and reminders to get things done? Try creating an errand box, using a basket or bin to catch all outgoing items such as items to return to the neighbor, library books, store returns and corresponding receipts, cans for the food drive, things to ship or mail, etc. Place the errand box where you are most likely to see it before you leave and grab the items. Another strategy is to take the whole bin with you until done with errands and replace it back at … [Read more...]

Did you know that being organized is actually good for your health? It's true.
Lower your stress and lessen your worries when you know things are where they should be. When everything as a place, you gain a sense of control over your physical environment, as well as your mind.
Reduce your frustrations when you can wake up happy with a positive outlook. No body likes wasting time and being frustrated, especially in their own home. Organization and a reduction of "stuff" reduces the time you … [Read more...]

How many of you take advantage of the opportunity to clean and organize at the same time you put away your Christmas decorations?
Now is your chance to clean those harder to reach areas
Many people move furniture to make room for the Christmas tree and store items to make room for holiday decorations. Before you move things back, take advantage of the opportunity to clean under and behind things. Reach areas you wouldn't otherwise reach. Sometimes when clutter is put away, people like the … [Read more...]

Here are some of my money saving tips. If you have one that you'd like to share, please post on our Facebook page. We'd love to hear from you!
If you’re new to coupons but want to give them a try, remember this. You can always use an in-store coupon AND a manufacturer coupon for the same item.
When possible, take advantage of sale items and then use an in-store coupon and manufacturer coupon.
Accept all the free veggies from neighbors and gardening enthusiasts in your life throughout … [Read more...]

We all have too much stuff already. Who needs more?
If you haven't heard of "Buy Nothing Day", it's a day that was designed to counter the materialism and money spent on Black Friday. Instead of seeking out deals, vying for limited number of items to purchase, and waiting in long lines, Buy Nothing Day encourages people to appreciate what they have, be thankful and spend time with friends and family instead of shopping. Many of us need a break from incessant ads and pressure to buy/have the … [Read more...]

The countdown is on!
Thanksgiving is only 10 days away! Now is the time to make preparations for your Thanksgiving Dinner! Here are some tasks you can do in the days leading up to the holiday to keep you organized and stress-free.
10 Days Before Thanksgiving
Plan your menu. Think about which items that can be made ahead of time and frozen and plan these items into your "to do" list. Have a few items listed that you don't mind having a guest bring, in case somebody asks to help. … [Read more...]

I recently reached for a packet of seasoning that I was finally getting around to using. After I noticed the food had long expired, I realized I had received it for a gift quite a while ago. I intended to use it, but didn't. Time has a way of getting away from us, doesn't it?
While it's nice to stock up on extras and take advantage of deals, don't put off using up food in your pantry. Follow some of these tips to be less wasteful and save money.
Put new foods to the back and pull older … [Read more...]